2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 694 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dakota | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
